Weather in December in New Jersey
Thinking about venturing to New Jersey this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in New Jersey in December?
New Jersey is a region in the United States of America. December in New Jersey generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. In December, it is winter.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C in Vernon to 10°C in Cape May. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C in Cape May and -4°C in Vernon.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Newton with an average of 113 mm to high snow/rainfall in Toms River with 151 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 141 hours of sunlight expected in Jersey City. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For specific regional insights in New Jersey for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our New Jersey climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in New Jersey?
Jersey City
In December Jersey City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Seaside Heights
In December Seaside Heights generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cape May
In December Cape May generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Mount Laurel
In December Mount Laurel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Newark
In December Newark generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in New Jersey, in the United States of America.
Is December the best time to visit New Jersey?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to New Jersey with often poor weather in Jersey City.
Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Jersey City. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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